Job Description

Research Associate

Job Purpose

You will be the leading contributor to Glasgow\'s deliverables for the ATLAS Tracker Upgrade project working with Prof. Craig Buttar. The Glasgow ATLAS group is delivering modules for both the strip and pixel tracker upgrades. This will require a knowledge silicon tracking detectors for particle physics experiments. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the formulation and submission of research publications and research proposals as well as help manage and direct this complex and challenging project as opportunities allow.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Perform the following activities in conjunction with and under the guidance of the Principal/Co Investigator:

1. Plan and conduct assigned research individually or jointly in accordance with the project deliverables and project/group/School/College research strategy.

2. Document research output including analysis and interpretation of all data, maintaining records and databases, drafting technical/progress reports and papers as appropriate.

3. Develop and enhance your research profile and reputation and that of The University of Glasgow/School/Research Group, including contributing to publications of international quality in high profile/quality refereed journals, enhancing the research impact in terms of economic/societal benefit, and gathering indicators of esteem.

4. Work as part of the ATLAS collaboration, keep up-to-date with the work of international colleagues and contribute to to the collaborative effort.

5. Contribute to the presentation of work at international and national conferences, at internal and external seminars, colloquia and workshops to develop and enhance our research profile.

6. Contribute to the identification of potential funding sources and to assist in the development of proposals to secure funding from internal and external bodies to support future research.

7. Collaborate with colleagues and participate in team/ group/ meetings/ seminars/ workshops across the research Group/School/College/University and wider community.

8. Contribute to the organisation, supervision, mentoring and training of undergraduate and/or postgraduate students and less experienced members of the project team to ensure their effective development.

9. Perform administrative tasks related to the activities of the research group and School, including Budgets/Expenditure.

10. Carry out modest Teaching activities [e.g. demonstrating etc.] and associated admin as assigned by the Head of School and in consultation with Principal Investigator.

11. Keep up to date with current knowledge and recent advances in the field/discipline.

12. Engage in continuing professional development activities as appropriate.

13. Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Head of School/Director of Research Institute.

14. Contribute to the enhancement of the University\'s international profile in line with the University\'s Strategic Plan, World Changers Together.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Qualifications

Essential

A1 An awarded PhD or about to receive a PhD in Experimental Particle Physics

A2 Specialist theoretical and practical knowledge of silicon based detectors for particle physics detector systems

A3 Knowledge of the wider subject area of experimental particle physics

Knowledge & Skills

Essential
C1 Knowledge of methods of testing silicon detector modules including IV-characteristics and electrical characterization of readout and analysis of the data.

C2 Research creativity and cross-discipline collaborative ability as appropriate.

C3 Excellent communication skills [oral and written], including public presentations and ability to communicate complex data/concepts clearly and concisely.

C4 Excellent interpersonal skills including team working and a collegiate approach.

C5 Appropriate workload/time/project/budget/people management skills.

C6 Extensive IT and data analysis/interpretation skills as appropriate.

C7 Self-motivation, initiative and independent thought/working.

C8 Problem solving skills including a flexible and pragmatic approach.

Desirable

D1 Knowledge of software used in characterizing silicon modules and analysing data: including Linux, Root, Microsoft excel.

D2 Experience with testbeam operation to characterize silicon detector modules and reconstruction of data.

Experience

Essential

E1 Record of relevant research experience in Particle Physics and /or Detector Physics.

E2 Experience of assembly and testing of silicon detector modules for particle physics experiments.

E3 Experience of analysing data from silicon detector modules and evaluating their performance.

E4 Experience of scientific writing.

E5 Proven ability to deliver quality outputs in a timely and efficient manner.

E6 Experience of publishing and presenting research results in international journals and at conferences.

E7 A degree of independence as evidenced by instances in which you have influenced the direction of a research project.

Desirable

F1 An emerging national or international reputation in experimental particle physics.

F2 Experience in leading part of the construction and commissioning of a silicon tracking system for particle physics.

Closing date: 11 August 2023

Terms and Conditions

Salary will be Grade 7, \xc2\xa339,347 - \xc2\xa344,263 per annum.

This post is full time and fixed term for up to 2 Years

As part of Team UofG you will be a member of a world changing, inclusive community, which values ambition, excellence, integrity and curiosity.

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

1 A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.

2 An excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension - pensions handbook https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/payandpensions/pensions/, benefits and discount packages.

3 A flexible approach to working.

4 A commitment to support your health and wellbeing, including a free 6-month UofG Sport membership for all new staff joining the University https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/staff/healthwellbeing/.

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/.

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Vacancy Ref : 123028 Close Date : 11-Aug-2023 23:45

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